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Senior Embedded Systems Engineer

FIRST RF
Boulder, CO Other
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2025

Job Details

Job Location:    FIRST RF Corporation - Boulder, CO
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    4 Year Degree
Salary Range:    $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage:    Up to 25%
Job Category:    Engineering

Description

Summary of the Position

We are seeking a skilled Senior Embedded Systems Engineer. In this role, you will design and develop active RF systems for our cutting-edge products by leading projects with small, multidisciplinary teams. You will interface directly with customers to present technical material and define system requirements, then guide your team to design and manufacture products that meet expected system-level performance, cost, and delivery timelines. You will also be expected to lead and mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and expertise to support their professional development.

Benefits Summary

We offer all employees four weeks of PTO each year, flexible scheduling, hybrid work, tuition reimbursement, up to 6% 401(k) match, and healthcare, dental, and vision plans.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office and laboratory. This role routinely uses laboratory equipment such as vector network analyzers, signal generators, and spectrum analyzers.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position at 40 hours per week. Typical office hours include Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, however these hours will vary based on workload and the manager’s discretion. This job may require more than 40 hours of work per week as the need arises.

 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, you will be regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift lab equipment, open cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Travel

Minimal travel (<10%) is expected for this position.

 

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

About FIRST RF

FIRST RF a fast-growing, multidiscipline, privately owned small business focused on engineering and manufacturing of advanced technologies - specifically in the area of antennas and radio frequency (RF) systems. We are an energetic team empowered with world-class facilities and resources. We promote a culture which prioritizes innovation and responsiveness. By making bold investments in the development of groundbreaking technologies, FIRST RF has fielded award-winning products ranging from revolutionary passive antennas to highly complex, active antenna systems.

AAP/EEO Statement

We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

Qualifications


Required Education and Experience

  • Must have US citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (master’s degree preferred) or equivalent
  • Experience architecting, developing, and deployment of embedded products from inception to manufacturing
  • Experience with designing and troubleshooting mixed signal hardware
  • Experience with embedded firmware development with RTOS or embedded linux
  • Proficient understanding of signal processing fundamentals
  • Proficiency in a technical programming language such as Python
  • Proficiency with common test equipment including multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex technical concepts to customers, peers, and management
  • Up to date with advancements in embedded technology and industry trends, and incorporate relevant innovations into our design processes

Preferred Education and Experience

  • Altium, LTSpice
  • Linux, RTOS, Xilinx, RFSoc, DO-178C
  • Experience with RF test equipment including phase noise analyzer, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, and power meters

Salary : $100,000 - $200,000

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